Disability Arts History Australia

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• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Same Difference - Promotional Flyer"
  Australian Theatre of the Deaf promotional flyer for show Same Difference - reads, in part "For some being different means being special. We all want to be able to express our individuality and at the same time to feel accepted and part of a group. In this play we look at what it means to be 'different'. Whether it means being from a different cultural background, being a woman, being gay or having some kind of disability. There are a surprising number of people who are different, in fact in one way or another we're all different...and we wouldn't have it any other way"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Same Difference - Poster"
  Australian Theatre of the Deaf poster for show Same Difference - reads, in part "For some being different means being special. We all want to be able to express our individuality and at the same time to feel accepted and part of a group. In this play we look at what it means to be 'different'. Whether it means being from a different cultural background, being a woman, being gay or having some kind of disability. There are a surprising number of people who are different, in fact in one way or another we're all different...and we wouldn't have it any other way"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Leaping of the Page and Playing With Drama Workshops"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Leaping of the Page - Book List"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Leaping of the Page - Education Kit"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Commedia Deaf Arte"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf Commedia Deaf Arte - promotional poster for secondary school show
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Commedia Deaf Arte - Education Kit"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf Commedia Deaf Arte Education Kit - information about Commedia Dell'Arte masks and chararacters, about Deafness, and activity ideas
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels - NZ Tour - Poster"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels Poster - reads, in part "Who should look after the world? Should we expect miracles or should we learn to be responsible for our own actions?"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels - School Season Poster"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels School Season Poster - reads, in part “Who should look after the world? Should we expect miracles, or should we learn to be responsible for our own actions?"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels - Poster"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf - A Day In The Life Of Angels Poster - reads, in part “Who should look after the world? Should we expect miracles, or should we learn to be responsible for our own actions?"
• "Australian Theatre of The Deaf - Promotional Brochure 1995"
  Australian Theatre of The Deaf Promotional Brochure 1995 - Company history, staff, schools shows (The Very First Day, A Day in the Life of Angels, Same Difference), General public performances (Hands & Tales, Deaf Musical), tours, summer schools, workshops, membership
• "Australia Council - Annual Report 2005-06"
  Australia Council Annual Report 2005-2006 - discusses letter from chair of council, letter from CEO, corporate overview, year in review, goals, financial statements, analysis of funding analysis and grants list, including various artistic and community projects - “Stickybricks” – exploring the history of a Sydney Housing Estate where 95% of residents receive aged or disability benefits were traumatised by by murders, suicides, assaults and drug and alcohol-related crimes and they partnered with Big hART to tell their story at the Sydney Festival, “Small Metal Objects” by Back to Back Theatre presented at the Melbourne international arts festival, and the DADAA (WA) regional collaborative “Bridging the Gap” project in Bunbury and publication of “Making the Journey: Arts and disability in Australia”
• "Interview with Janice Florence"
  Janice Florence is a performing artist and disability advocate. She originally trained as a Teacher and Librarian. Janice has worked in Education and Libraries for many years and in disability advocacy for 20 years She has worked in Training and Consultation at Arts Access Vic for 12 years. Janice has been involved in theatre, dance and human movement for over 35 years. For 25 years she has been the Artistic Director of Weave Movement Theatre, comprising disabled and non-disabled performers. Weave has produced many devised original works often with respected performing artists as collaborators. She was the inaugural recipient of the Australia Council Awards for Disability Arts-Established Artist in 2019. Interview Summary Janice Florence is a veteran performer and Artistic Director of Weave Movement Theatre, which includes disabled performers. During the interview, Janice reflected on her extensive history with dance, both prior to and after acquiring her disability, highlighting the significance of political and personal themes, as well as the use of humour in her work. She discussed the ongoing challenges in securing accessible rehearsal and performance spaces, along with the complexities of funding and recognition within the Disability Arts scene in Australia. Janice also acknowledged the importance of Disability Arts historically and its potential for challenging societal expectations regarding disability.
• "Back to Back Theatre - You Tube - Food Court (2008), uploaded 2016"
  Back to Back Theatre You Tube - Food Court (2008) - reads, in part "Set in the lush minimalism of an illuminated white void, the story of one woman’s humiliation is played out in a psychological space constructed from light and sound. Luminously fragile, FOOD COURT is a near death experience in a suburban wonderland where a small fatality of dignity takes place between The Asian Hut and The Juice Bar."
• "Fusion Theatre Ensembles, captured 2022"
  Fusion Theatre Ensembles, captured 2022 - information about morning ensemble, evening ensemble, and ‘Movement in Conversation’ described as "and occasional project that Fusion Theatre offers in association with the Asylum Seeker Resource Centre (ASRC), and other local groups"
• "Fusion Theatre Website, captured 2013"
  "Fusion Theatre Website, captured 2013 - reads, in part "Original contemporary theatre, built by people of all abilities", with links to About, Reviews and Media, Board and Support, Fusion and Deakin University pages
• "Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre - Program 2018, captured 2019"
  Sprung!! Integrated Dance Theatre Program 2018, captured 2019 - ‘Share House’ at Anywhere Festival Brisbane, and Mullumbimby Drill Hall Theatre, ‘All Mised Up’ roving troupe performance at Summerland House grounds in Alstonville, performances at Lismore Lantern Parade, World Dance Alliance Adelaide, Gold Goast Disability Expo, end of year Gala
• "Blue Roo Theatre Company - Artistic Team, 2021"
  Blue Roo Theatre Company Committee, Artistic Team and Performers, 2021
• "Australian Theatre of the Deaf - Silent Monologues"
  Information about Australian Theatre of the Deaf work "Silent Monologues" - reads, in part "Silent Monologues is a ground breaking premiere production; a fusion of performance and visual arts unravelling tales in the most extraordinary way."
• "Fusion Theatre - States Of Mind"
  Promotion for Fusion theatre performance on themes of mind and body, 'States of Mind'
• "Fusion Theatre - States Of Mind Program"
  Program for Fusion theatre performance on themes of mind and body, 'States of Mind'
• "Fusion Theatre - I Me Myself And Others 2019"
  Program for Fusion theatre performance on how popular culture influences individual and community identity "I Me Myself and Others'
• "Fusion Theatre - I Me Myself And Others Program"
  Promotion for Fusion theatre performance on how popular culture influences individual and community identity "I Me Myself and Others'
• "Restless Dance - Education Outreach Program"
  Restless Dance Theatre Education Outreach Program - reads, in part "Restless Dance Theatre is Australia's leading dance theatre company working with people with and without disability. Our artistic voice is loud, strong and original Restless invigorates, influences and diversifes dance by creating innovatIve and highly distinctive works of dance theatre. Restless Is a place where diversity Is celebrated and all artists thrive creatively. Restless has many ways your school can connect with our organisation . whether it's through the creativity of a dance workshop, the anticipation of watching a live performance or the knowledge gained throug sessions with our industry professionals".
• "Blue Roo Theatre Company - Performances"
  Blue Roo Theatre Company Committee performances, 2013 - 2015, including Commedia Dell’Arte, and residencies in Schools